Case of the Mondays - 5 Beauty Products To Help Start The Week

Hello friends! It's a winter wonderland outside but even Storm Jonas can’t stop Monday from coming! We have a cold week ahead, so let's start it right with this week's Case of the Mondays.

Kiss Gel Fantasy Nails, $7.99

Need a quick mani on-the-go? With Kiss Gel Fantasy, I can have a fabulous manicure in only 20 minutes. With many different cute options to choose from, this product gives a whole new reputation to press-on nails. Say goodbye to damaging nail glue and start your Monday off with a fancy at home manicure.

WHEN Glamour Mask, $35

Have you ever heard of a sheet mask that gives your face a healthy glow, revives your skin, and also primes skin for makeup? WHEN Glamour Mask is a soft jelly mask made up of coconut juice, comforting serum collagen, etc. These properties are used to improve skin elasticity, keep skin healthy, and prime skin for makeup application. The best part about this mask is that it doesn't contain parabens or sulfates. Plus, you can see a difference in your skin just in time to tackle a wintry Monday.

Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Deep Moisture Balm, $56

This weather has been making my skin pretty dry and the only thing keeping my face hydrated and moisturized is this moisture balm. It's formulated with Edelweiss flower to lock in hydration, antarcticin to replenish skin with moisture, and glycerine to help draw moisture into skin for lasting hydration.

Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Misery Lip Tar, $15

The liquid lipstick trend is still at an all time high. OCC’s newest shade Misery screams determination with its shockingly red shade. For a pop of color in a city covered in white, try this shade this Monday! Leave it matte or add a layer of gloss for a truly beautiful finish.

Glossier Milky Jelly Cleanser, $18

A face wash is not only the first thing used in every skincare routine, but it can be the most essential. With Glossier’s Milky Jelly cleanser, you not only get an amazing cleanse but it also works as a makeup remover. If you would like to use as a makeup remover, apply 2-3 pumps of the cleanser on dry skin and massage into face. Try this product in the morning to refresh or in the evening to deep cleanse.

This is a guest post written by Imani Wood-Rodriguez.

Case of the Mondays - 7 Products To Help Tackle The Week

It's the end of the weekend again and my calendar for the month is already filling up quickly! From family gatherings to friend dates, I'm gearing up for a busy month of December. This year really flew by and I can't believe that 2015 is almost over! I'm already planning for the New Year, but until then let's get through this week, shall we? Keep reading for this week's Case of the Mondays.

Gillette Venus Swirl Razor, $11.49

I've been a Venus razor fan for as long as I can remember, so when I spotted the new swirl blade, I knew I had to try it. The new FlexiBall helps contour to tricky areas for a truly flawless shave. Unlike traditional razors that move only in 2 directions, Venus Swirl moves in multiple directions. Skin is left with less hair and completely soft all over!

Circa Beauty Lustrous Shine Lip Polish, $10

Enriched with Avocado Oil, this polish keeps lips glossy and smooth. I add to my lips for a quick pop of color and shine. I've been wearing Glow and Cashmere Kiss. Eva Mendes is the creative force behind the Circa Beauty line and I'm loving the collection so far! Available exclusively at Walgreens.

ARM & HAMMER Truly Radiant Whitening & Enamel Strengthening Toothpaste, $4.99

I'm one of those people that actually enjoys brushing their teeth, so I get pretty excited when trying a new toothpaste. ARM & HAMMER's Truly Radiant is a new fave! It makes teeth instantly whiter, strengthens, cleans and repairs tooth enamel for a radiant smile in just 5 days. Bye bye stains! 

R+Co Gemstone Color Shampoo, $24

Last week I visited the lovely team at Arrojo Tribeca for a blowout and color upgrade (FYI: they are one the top salons in the city!). My ombre from the summer was peeking through and I wanted to get back to my natural shade. In order to cover the blond ombre, my stylist had to go a bit darker with the dye. I've been using R+Co's Gemstone Color Shampoo to keep my new color vibrant. If you color your hair, it's very important to protect it. Gemstone helps to preserve and prolong the life of your new color. It's great for anyone with color-treated hair, but it also works great for non-colored hair.

Artis Elite Mirror Oval 10 Brush, $72

My newest obsession are the Artis Elite Mirror Brushes. Kim Kardashian swears by the Oval 10 Brush for self-tanner application, but I prefer it for applying setting powder and powder foundation. It has over 250,000 fibers and has a grip pad at the handle for ease. Quite a luxurious start to a Monday, right?

Ole Henriksen Empower Foaming Milk Cleanser, $26

I absolutely adore this new Ole Henriksen cleanser. It's a unique product powdered by arctic cloudberry, nordic cotton, and willow bark. The lightweight milk transforms into a creamy lather to dissolve all traces of dirt, impurities, and makeup. The texture of your skin is left supple and revitalized. It's the perfect cleanser to feel refreshed in the morning!

Joico Hair Shake Liquid-To-Powder Texturizer, $17.99

This liquid styler turns into a powder to shake up the way you style your hair! In a few shakes, the product turns from liquid to powder to add texture, volume and grip to hair. You can see dramatic volume instantly! My hair can sometimes be a little flat at the very top, so I add a bit of this Joico product and can mold to style as needed.

What products are helping you get through the week?

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